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Barry is a Catholic university in the Dominican tradition, founded in 1940 in Miami Shores. Learn about our mission, our history and where we're headed.

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With our Catholic liberal arts heritage and over 100 degree programs, including nursing and marine biology, from bachelors through PhDs, we've got your options covered. Focus on arts and sciences, business, education, social work, communication, nursing, medical sciences, theology, or law. Take things further with personalized research and experiential learning opportunities, on and off-campus. Enhance your prospects with hands-on internships at some of the country's top organizations.

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The Career and Experiential Learning Team educates students and alumni on the essential job searching and life skills to propel them to succeed in the increasingly competitive global marketplace.

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Continuing Education (CE) offers a variety of courses and non-credit programs designed to respond to the diverse educational interests and lifelong learning needs of individuals of all ages. We offer certificate, credential exam preparation, and licensure programs for professional and personal enrichment.

Professional & Career Education

The Honors Program at Barry is designed to challenge, enrich, and prepare especially motivated students to pursue their fullest potential. By participating in a rigorous curriculum rounded out by an array of edifying and interactive events, students explore crucial issues that we face in our daily lives. Students are given the space for discussion and debate and the opportunity to learn from experts in their fields. The Office of Financial Aid can assist with determining eligibility for the Honors Program.

Honors Program Orientation

The Monsignor William Barry Memorial Library is located in the center of the beautiful Miami Shores campus of Barry University. The Library is named in loving memory of Monsignor William Barry, one of the founders of Barry University and an inspirational figure in the Catholic Church within the Archdiocese of Miami. The extensive Library research collections include more than 950,000 physical items, over 40,000 print and on-line journal subscriptions, and several thousand on-line books and streaming video resources.

At Barry University, you will experience a small community atmosphere where you can always rely on our administrators and faculty for advice, encouragement and personal attention. We take great pride in giving individual attention from the very beginning. You can start building a personal relationship with one of our admissions counselors who will help answer any questions, and guide you through the entire admissions and enrollment process.

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Continuing Education (CE) offers a variety of courses and non-credit programs designed to respond to the diverse educational interests and lifelong learning needs of individuals of all ages. We offer certificate, credential exam preparation, and licensure programs for professional and personal enrichment.

High school students: Get a jump-start on your college education with dual enrollment courses from Barry University! You can earn high school and college credit at the same time, right at your own school.

Dual Enrollment

Barry University is committed to provide you with a dynamic and flexible approach to your degree pathway through our online courses and degree programs. We understand that balancing academics, work, and personal commitments can be challenging. That's why our online offerings are designed to fit seamlessly into your busy schedule, allowing you to pursue your educational goals without compromising on other important aspects of your life.

Distance Education

We are committed to providing programs and services that are guided by Barry University's rich educational mission and intended to enhance your Barry experience. Through partnerships with others in the university community, we aim to create experiences that will help transform you into leaders for a just and humane world.

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We are an NCAA Division II school and a member of the Sunshine State Conference with 12 varsity teams, including men's baseball, basketball, golf, soccer and tennis; and women's basketball, golf, rowing, soccer, softball, tennis and volleyball. So far, we've won 24 NCAA championships, had 338 All-Americans, 413 Scholar All-Americans, and nine NCAA "Women of the Year" finalists, the most of any Division II school. Not bad at all, but we're going for more.

Campus Life

For students currently enrolled in classes at Barry, we have a wealth of resources you can tap into to bring ease and efficiency to your university experience. Get the help you need with administrative or financial questions, or check out course catalogs to help plan your schedule by semester. All the information you need to excel is at your fingertips.

Access research resources, technology, study spaces, and expert support to help you succeed academically.

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Martha Polizzi, DNP, CRNA, APRN

Assistant Professor of Nurse Anesthesiology

Martha Polizzi, DNP, CRNA, APRN

Martha Polizzi, DNP, CRNA, APRN Assistant Professor of Nurse Anesthesiology

mpolizzi@barry.edu

Education

BSN summa cum Laude, Hunter College, 1987
MNA in Nurse Anesthesia, University of New England, 1999
DPN in Anesthesiology, Barry University, 2017

Biography

Dr. Polizzi is a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)-prepared faculty member with more than 30 years of clinical experience as a CRNA and registered nurse across leading health systems. Dedicated to advancing nursing education, Dr. Polizzi brings extensive clinical expertise to rigorous course design, accreditation-driven curriculum development, and hands-on simulation-based learning.

Dr. Polizzi served as an adjunct faculty member at Barry University from 2018 to 2025 before being appointed Assistant Professor in January 2026. In this role, Dr. Polizzi mentors and advises students across Barry University’s Hollywood and West Palm Beach campuses and supports simulation lab training at both locations. Dr. Polizzi also serves on the College of Health Professions & Medical Sciences Readmission Committee and Faculty Senate Committee.

Dr. Polizzi is committed to supporting students and the broader community. She has supported student scholarships through the annual ECA Fishing Tournament since 2010 and serves as a community sponsor for the annual suicide prevention event, Construction Hike.

Research, Publications, & Clinical Projects

Publications

Polizzi, Martha. “Use of Intravenous Anesthesia Over Inhalation Agents to Prevent Mortality, Morbidity and Metastasis.” Worldwide Leaders in Healthcare Journal, 2018.

Presentations

Polizzi, Martha. “Hypnosis Use in the OR.” New England Association of Nurse Anesthetists (NEANA), Boston, 1999.

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